July 18-27, 2025
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Celebrating the bulls, bull riders, bull fighters, and stock contractors who have become Cheyenne Frontier Days Legends.
Freckles Brown mastered bulls, and then tamed Tornado. Warren "Freckles" Brown earned Bull Riding Championships at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in both 1957 and 1960. He made history at CFD in 1967 by being the first cowboy to successfully ride the infamous bull Tornado, after it had bucked off 220 others. For many years, Freckles was a beloved figure at Cheyenne, where he advised young riders and helped behind the chutes. In 1962, his exceptional skill led him to be named National All-Around Cowboy.
Lane Frost rode bulls, and then became a legend.
Lane Frost delivered an 86-point bull ride at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1989, his best ride of the year, propelling him to the Sunday Finals. He scored 85 points on "Taking Care of Business" in the muddy CFD finals, earning nearly $4,000. Tragically, after his 8-second ride, he was fatally struck by the bull's horn on the arena floor. Lane's career was highlighted by his 1987 PRCA Champion Bull Rider of the World Title, making him an icon of the sport.
Jim Shoulders conquered bulls, then championed the sport. Jim Shoulders' formidable presence at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ is highlighted by his bull riding honors in 1955 and 1958. He also claimed CFD bareback riding titles in 1963 and 1964, and earned multiple All-Around Champion titles, giving him the unparalleled distinction of winning the most buckles at Cheyenne. Beyond CFD, Shoulders won more World Championships in three events than any other cowboy in the PRCA. After his stellar competitive career, he continued to elevate rodeo's profile through stock contracting and appearances in national media.
Tuff Hedeman outlasted bulls, and then he kept winning. Tuff Hedeman dominated bull riding at Cheyenne Frontier Days™, claiming championships in 1995 and 1996. He also secured the All-Around Championship buckle at CFD in 1988, demonstrating his diverse talents. Beyond Cheyenne, Tuff won the PRCA World Champion Bull Rider Championship three times (1986, 1989, 1991). He also earned the Professional Bull Riders World Championship in 1995, cementing his status as a legendary bull rider.
Larry Mahan rode bull, and then he built an empire. Larry Mahan won the bull riding title at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1970 and the saddle bronc title in 1968, showcasing his exceptional versatility at CFD. He revolutionized the sport by transforming it into a successful business, a concept he also brought to major rodeos. Mahan earned the All-Around Champion Cowboy title for five consecutive years, an unprecedented feat in rodeo history. He pioneered the era of the modern rodeo star, even being one of the first cowboys to fly his own plane.
Ty Murray conquered bulls, then helped develop the sport. Ty Murray's mastery of rough stock led to his All-Around Cowboy title at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1990 at just 19 years old, and a CFD Saddle Bronc Championship in 1993. He returned to Cheyenne in 1998 to pursue his goal of winning his seventh NFR All-Around title, a testament to his resilience after injuries. Beyond CFD, Ty is renowned for winning seven NFR All-Around titles, making him one of rodeo's most decorated champions. After retiring, he co-founded the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) tour, significantly impacting the sport's growth.
Get ready for two nights of nonstop action as the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour storms into the legendary Frontier Park Arena.
This high-intensity event features the top bull riders in the PRCA taking on the rankest bulls in rodeo, delivering edge-of-your-seat excitement.
Stories from inside the arena
Voices of the legends
Celebrating grit, bulls, and the people who bring the Daddy of ’em All to life
Gaining popularity in the nineteenth century, Bull Riding started as a competition among cowboys to determine who was the toughest rider. Starting on small ranches and moving to wild west shows and finally going on its own, bull riding has become rodeo's most popular event to-date.
The rider must hang on with one hand for 8 seconds to qualify. Sounds easy, right?
The Bull is scored from 1-50 points:
Front End Drop, Backspin, Kick, and Directional Changes
The Rider is also scored from 1-50 points: Body Position, Position of the Free Hand, and Leg Motion all while not touching the bull with the free hand
